Uma: A Water Crisis in Bolivia
UMA: A WATER CRISIS IN BOLIVIA tells the story of three Andean indigenous communities in the highlands of Bolivia who are fighting to protect their water from diversion and contamination amid a national water crisis. The government has consistently supported the expansion of mining, granting miners unrestricted water access and failing to effectively enforce its environmental laws. UMA, the Aymara word for water, takes us on a journey from the tropical Andean glaciers and the highest navigable lake in the world to the mines of Oruro, and the vanished Lake Poopo. It is a women’s story of displacement, resistance, and struggle for environmental justice.
Connection to Country: Stories from Indigenous Peoples From The Pilbara
This documentary follows a group of Indigenous people from the Pilbara as they battle to preserve Australia's unique cultural heritage from the ravages of a booming mining industry.
In the heart of Western Australia, the Burrup Peninsula hosts the largest concentration of rock art in the world; a dramatic, ancient landscape so sacred that some parts shouldn't be looked upon at all except by Traditional Owners. Waves of industrialisation and development threaten sites all over the Pilbara. The Burrup has become home to salt mines, iron ore port facilities and one of Australia’s largest gas plants.
But the people of the Pilbara, forever connected to their country, forever responsible, are fighting back. Documenting the rock art, recording their sacred sites and battling to get their unique cultural heritage recorded, recognised and celebrated.
The Exiles
THE EXILES chronicles a night in the life of young Native Americans who fled reservation life to roam the Bunker Hill district of Los Angeles. Outside filmmaker Kent Mackenzie crafted this narrative depiction of a real L.A. community by involving his cast in the writing and filming process, a bold choice that resulted in a gritty and poetic piece of cinema, but lost Mackenzie his chances of U.S. distribution. Now, THE EXILES: THE DELUXE EDITION returns with a wide range of bonus features and exclusive insight into the making of this unique classic.
Song Without a Name: Canción sin nombre
Based on harrowing true events, SONG WITHOUT A NAME tells the story of Georgina, an indigenous Andean woman whose newborn baby is whisked away moments after its birth in a downtown Lima clinic - and never returned. Stonewalled by a byzantine and indifferent legal system, Georgina approaches journalist Pedro Campas, who uncovers a web of fake clinics and abductions - suggesting a rotting corruption deep within Peruvian society. Set in 1988, in a Peru wracked by political violence and turmoil, Melina León’s heart-wrenching first feature renders Georgina's story in gorgeous, shadowy black-and-white cinematography, "styled like the most beautiful of bad dreams" (Variety). SONG WITHOUT A NAME is a "Kafkaesque thriller" (The Hollywood Reporter) that unflinchingly depicts real-life, stranger-than fiction tragedies with poetic beauty.
What Was Ours
An Eastern Shoshone elder and two Northern Arapaho youth living on the Wind River Indian Reservation attempt to learn why thousands of ancestral artifacts are in the darkness of underground archives of museums and churches, boxed away and forgotten. Like millions of indigenous people in many parts of the world, they do not control their own material culture. It is being preserved, locked away, by ‘outsiders’ who themselves do not know what they have. These beautiful ancestral objects — drums, pipes, eagle wing fans, medicine bags, weapons, and ceremonial attire — are far from home, their meaning slowly being lost to time. Should tribes attempt to bring them back? Many want to, including our three main characters. But why do they want them back? What answers do they seek from these artifacts? How can they take control of their own past? Is recovering what’s lost even possible anymore?
Mother Tongue: A Mayan Community re-tells its History in Ixil
This documentary short chronicles the first time a film has been translated and dubbed into Maya-Ixil, the native language of one of the Guatemalan indigenous groups that were targeted by State-sponsored genocide in 1982-83.
Told from the perspective of Matilde Terraza, a young emerging leader from the Ixil community and the coordinator of the translation project, the film brings to light the ongoing work to preserve collective memory in Guatemala, as well as the profound resilience of the Ixil community—14.5% of whom were killed during the armed conflict.
In Search of Dignity by
With a traveling photography studio of their own invention and a generous supply of determination and patience, this German photographer and writer team traversed Africa and South Asia in search of people living apart from an increasingly materialistic world. Günter Pfannmüller and Wilhelm Klein discovered what they have described as a form of dignity that will soon be extinct. Their photographs unveil a resonant humanity in the faces, postures and elaborate dress of people whose traditions and strong sense of material culture afford them complete self-possession. The acclaimed scientist, anthropologist and writer Wade Davis contributes a preface in which his 25 years of experience studying indigenous cultures establishes an intellectual foreground for this intimate record.
Art of the Non-Western World by
Art of the Non-Western World: Asia, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas gives students the tools to better understand and appreciate the arts in a global world. It offers an in-depth, contextual exploration of the art from the larger world beyond the European tradition, including painting, sculpture, pottery, graphic arts, and architecture of Asia, the Americas, Africa, Australia, and the Pacific Islands, from the Neolithic to the Contemporary. All new print and electronic versions of Art of the Non-Western World come with access to a full suite of engaging digital learning tools.
Songlines : tracking the seven sisters / edited by Margo Neale
"... explores the history and meaning of the Dreaming or creation tracks that crisscross the Australian continent, of which the Seven Sisters songlines are among the most extensive. Through artworks, stories and in-depth analysis, this book provides an important resource for those interested in knowing more about these complex pathways of spiritual, ecological, economic, cultural and ontological knowledge--the stories 'written in the land'." --back cover
Wabanaki Modern Wabanaki Kiskukewey Wabanaki Moderne by
Winner, Canadian Museums Association Award for Outstanding Achievement (Research) and APMA Best Atlantic-Published Book Award Longlisted, First Nation Communities READ Award The story of an overlooked group of cultural visionaries The "Micmac Indian Craftsmen" of Elsipogtog (then known as Big Cove) rose to national prominence in the early 1960s. At their peak, they were featured in print media from coast to coast, their work was included in books and exhibitions -- including at Expo 67 -- and their designs were featured on prints, silkscreened notecards, jewelry, tapestries, and even English porcelain. Primarily self-taught and deeply rooted in their community, they were among the first modern Indigenous artists in Atlantic Canada. Inspired by traditional Wabanaki stories, they produced an eclectic range of handmade objects that were sophisticated, profound, and eloquent. By 1966, the withdrawal of government support compromised the Craftsmen''s resources, production soon ceased, and their work faded from memory. Now, for the first time, the story of this groundbreaking co-operative and their art is told in full. Accompanying a major exhibition at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery opening in 2022, Wabanaki Modernfeatures essays on the history of this vibrant art workshop, archival photographs of the artisans, and stunning full-colour images of their art. Wla atukuaqn na ujit ta''nik mu ewi''tamuki''k tetuji kelulkɨpp ta''n teli amaliteka''tijik Wla "Mi''kmewaqq L''nue''k amaliteka''tijik" tlo''ltijik Elsipogtog (amskweseweyekk i''tlui''tasikɨpp Big Cove) poqji wuli nenupnikk wla amaliteka''tijik 1960ekk. Je wekaw wutlukowaqnmuwow ika''tasikɨpp wikatikniktuk aqq ne''yo''tasikɨpp ta''n pukwelk ta''n wen nmitew -- je wekaw Expo 67 -- aqq ta''n koqoey kisi napui''kmi''tipp tampasɨk koqoey eweketu''tij stike'' l''taqnewi''kasik, napui''kn misekn, wi''katikne''ji''jk, meko''tikl kuntal, kaqapitkl l''taqa''teke''l, aqq wekaw akalasie''we''k eptaqnk. Nekmow na kekina''masultijik aqq melki knukwi''tij ta''n tett telayawultijik, nekmow na amskewsewa''jewaqq l''nu''k tel nenujik ujit ta''n teli amaliteka''tijik ujit Atlantic Canada. Pema''lkwi''titl a''tukuaqnn ta''n sa''qewe''l, ta''n wejiaqel a''tukuaqnn Wabanaki, l''tu''tipp kaqasi milamu''k koqowey toqo eweketu''titl wutpitnual tetuji moqɨtekl, ma''muntekl, aqq weltekl. Wekaw 1966ekk, kpno''l pun apoqnmuapni wla amaliteka''tikete''jɨk jel kaqnma''tijik ta''n koqoey nuta''tipp, amuj pana pun lukutipnikk, aqq tel awantasuwalutki''k. Nike'', amskwesewey, wla a''tukuaqn tetuji msɨki''kɨpp wla wut lukewaqnmuwow etel kaqi a''tukwasikk. Wije''tew meski''k neya''tmk Beaverbrook Art Gallery pana''siktetew 2022al, Wabanaki Modernna pema''toql wikikaqnn ujit ta''n pemiaqɨpp wla tetuji wulamu''kɨpp kisitaqnne''l telukutijik, maskutekl sa''qewe''l napuikasikl toqo nemu''jik etl-lukutijik wla lukewinu''k, aqq sikte wultek aqq welamu''k ta''n koqoey kisitu''tij. L''histoire d''un groupe de visionnaires culturels ignorés Un groupe d''artisans mi''kmaw d''Elsipogtog (autrefois Big Cove) au Nouveau-Brunswick se fit connaître à travers le Canada au début des années 1960. À l''apogée de leur renommée, les Micmac Indian Craftsmen firent l''objet d''articles dans des publications d''un océan à l''autre. Leur travail figura dans des livres et des expositions -- dont Expo 67 à Montréal -- et leurs oeuvres graphiques furent reproduites sous forme de gravures et de sérigraphies, et elles ornèrent de la papeterie, des bijoux, des tapisseries et même de la porcelaine anglaise. En grande partie autodidactes et solidement enracinés dans leur communauté, les Micmac Indian Craftsmen furent parmi les premiers artistes autochtones modernes au Canada atlantique. En s''inspirant de récits traditionnels wabanakis, ils fabriquaient à la main une gamme variée d''objets raffinés, évocateurs et porteurs d''un sens profond. En 1966, toutefois, le gouvernement retira son soutien. Les Craftsmen perdirent leur financement, la production cessa peu après et leur oeuvre finit par être oubliée. Une nouvelle publication relate maintenant, pour la première fois, l''histoire complète de cette coopérative innovatrice et de ses réalisations. Publié dans le cadre d''une grande exposition qui a lieu à la Galerie d''art Beaverbrook en 2022, Wabanaki Modernecomprend des textes sur l''histoire de cet atelier dynamique, des photographies d''archives des artisans et de superbes illustrations couleur de leurs oeuvres.
We Are Water Protectors by
2021 WINNER: Written by Carole Lindstrom; illustrated by Michaela Goade. Published by Roaring Brook.
Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America,We Are Water Protectors issues an urgent rallying cry to safeguard the Earth's water from harm and corruption--a bold and lyrical picture book. Water is the first medicine. It affects and connects us all . . . When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth And poison her people's water, one young water protector Takes a stand to defend Earth's most sacred resource.
Super Mario Encyclopedia: the Official Guide to the First 30 Years Limited Edition by
Super Mario Encyclopedia is jam-packed with content from all seventeen Super Mario games - from the original Super Mario Bros. to Super Mario 3D World. Track the evolution of the Goomba, witness the introduction of Yoshi, and relive your favourite levels. This limited edition also comes with an embossed slipcase designed after the iconic Question Mark Block, and one of four covers - Super Mushroom, Fire Flower, Super Star, or 1-Up Mushroom - each accentuated with shimmering holofoil, plus an original bookmark designed after the classic beanstalk from the original Super Mario Bros.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild--Creating a Champion by
This book features nearly fifty pages of sketches and official illustrations from Takumi Wada, two-hundred and ninety-six pages of design artwork and commentary about the making of the game from the creators, a fifty-five-page historical section that divulges the history of Hyrule as it is known in-game, and interviews with key members of the development team - Hidemaro Fujibayashi, Satoru Takizawa, Takumi Wada, and Eiji Aonuma. Witness the making of a champion!
Rolled & Told (Issue 1)
Take to the skies with Rolled & Told! Authors E.L. Thomas and Tristan J. Tarwater have crafted swashbuckling and electrifying adventures for role-playing groups. When a gaggle of goblins commandeer a gnomish airship, it's up to players to work with those gnomes to board the ship and take back what's theirs! Rolled & Told brings a ready-to-play, fun adventure for one of gaming's favorite tabletop role-playing games. Packed with beautiful illustrations, comics coinciding with each full adventure, and instructive articles, Rolled & Told enhances gameplay for new and old game masters alike.
Halo Encyclopedia by
The universe of Halo is remarkably vast in scale and astonishingly elaborate in detail, telling rich stories filled with bold characters, breathtaking worlds, and thrilling conflicts. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Halo, Dark Horse and 343 Industries have teamed up to deliver the most definitive guide to the universe thus far. Spanning over a hundred millennia and encompassing over a hundred thousand light years, the Halo Encyclopedia captures two decades of storytelling with stunning, never-before-seen art and the most detailed exploration of the universe's many characters, worlds, and technologies to have ever been created.
The World of the Witcher by
The first two Witcher videogames have sold over 5.5m copies worldwide, with a third slated for release in 2015. Based on Polish novels extremely popular in Eastern Europe, the games now transfer to illustrated hardback form. Travelling near the edge of the Brokilon forest, monster hunter Geralt meets a widower, whose dead wife is said to still walk the halls of the mysterious House of Glass. But once Geralt steps inside, it appears that the way out may not be so easy to find.
The Art of God of War by
It is a new beginning for Kratos. Living as a man, outside the shadow of the gods, he seeks solitude in the unfamiliar lands of Norse mythology. With new purpose and his son at his side, Kratos must fight for survival as powerful forces threaten to disrupt the new life he has created. The volume is an intimate chronicle of the years-long odyssey to bring Kratos and Atreus's beautiful and brutal world to life. Step into Midgard and explore beyond, as Dark Horse Books and Santa Monica Studio proudly present the quintessential companion to the enormously anticipated God of War. This is a document unlike any other that sets readers on an exhaustive behind-the-scenes journey to witness the creation of an epic of tremendous scale.
The Art of the Last of Us Part I by
Naughty Dog Studios and Dark Horse proudly present the essential companion to The Last of Us, a richly detailed and compelling game set in a post-pandemic world where humans have become an endangered species. Featuring concept art, character designs, and astonishing settings and landscapes, The Art of The Last of Us provides a unique look at one of the gaming world's most eagerly anticipated titles.
The Art of Overwatch by
Overwatchhas taken the world by storm, boasting millions of players and gaining critical acclaim. Now, in this beautiful hardcover, Blizzard Entertainment reveals the creative process behind one of the most popular FPS games of all time! Filled with never-before-seen art as well as commentary provided by the game's development team, this book is sure to please anyOverwatchfan. Never-before-seen artwork! Essential companion to the international best-selling gameOverwatch! Introduction and commentary provided by the game's development team! Overwatchis a global phenomenon with 30 million players! Produced in close partnership with Blizzard Entertainment! Behind-the-scenes look at your favorite characters! Overwatchcreation revealed!
The Art of Horizon Forbidden West by
A dynamic full-colour hardcover featuring concept art and creator commentary chronicling the development of the next adventure in the epic Horizon saga. When a mysterious red blight threatens to strangle all life, the heroic young Aloy must tackle new dangers in the mysterious frontier of the Forbidden West in order to save her world. The highly anticipated sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn has finally arrived, and with it, all new vibrant landscapes, jaw-dropping machines, and thrilling secrets to discover. Follow Aloy on her next adventure with this beautiful chronicle created by Dark Horse Books in association with Guerrilla Games! THE ART OF HORIZON FORBIDDEN WEST uncovers the mysteries of a lost world with all new behind-the-scenes artwork and intimate developer commentary. Relive the unforgettable tale.
Art of Ratchet and Clank by
For fifteen years the most unlikely heroes in the cosmos have been adventuring across the stars, kicking butt and taking names. Take a look back at the history of the iconic series, chronicling eleven amazing games and the brilliant studio that created them!
The Art of Deathloop by
A full-color, oversized hardcover that explores the creation of Deathloop, the groundbreaking first-person shooter from Arkane Studios and Bethesda Softworks. Winner of Best Game Direction and Best Art Direction in the 2021 Game Awards! In The Art of Deathloop, Dark Horse Books takes readers inside the latest critically acclaimed title from the creators of Dishonored and Prey. The mysterious island of Blackreef comes to life through never-before-seen concept art, allowing readers to get up close and personal with all the equipment, adversaries, and locations Colt will encounter while hunting his targets, breaking the island's timeloop, and evading the deadly assassin Julianna! The experience is deepened with the inclusion of select 3D imagery and an exclusive pair of retro-styled anaglyphic 3D glasses! Dark Horse Books, Arkane Studios, and Bethesda present The Art of Deathloop-a unique examination of the landmark shooter!
Arya (Issue 1)
Antarctic Press proudly presents a shining showcase of new, strong female talent, with something unique and wonderful in every issue! On her way to get groceries, Anais is magically transported to a very strange world, where the only way home is to find the items on her shopping list. Meanwhile, Emi discovers new classmate Helen shares her passion for the handheld game Adventure Quest XXI, so they form a party-both for real and in the game-questing together in the name of teamwork, friendship, and XP!
Characteristics of Games by
Understanding games--whether computer games, card games, board games, or sports--by analyzing certain common traits. Characteristics of Games offers a new way to understand games: by focusing on certain traits--including number of players, rules, degrees of luck and skill needed, and reward/effort ratio--and using these characteristics as basic points of comparison and analysis. These issues are often discussed by game players and designers but seldom written about in any formal way. This book fills that gap. By emphasizing these player-centric basic concepts, the book provides a framework for game analysis from the viewpoint of a game designer. The book shows what all genres of games--board games, card games, computer games, and sports--have to teach each other. Today's game designers may find solutions to design problems when they look at classic games that have evolved over years of playing. Characteristics of Games--written by three of the most prominent game designers working today--will serve as an essential reference for game designers and game players curious about the inner workings of games. It includes exercises (which can also serve as the basis for discussions) and examples chosen from a wide variety of games. There are occasional mathematical digressions, but these can be skipped with no loss of continuity. Appendixes offer supplementary material, including a brief survey of the two main branches of mathematical game theory and a descriptive listing of each game referred to in the text.
Rules of Play by
An impassioned look at games and game design that offers the most ambitious framework for understanding them to date.As pop culture, games are as important as film or television-but game design has yet to develop a theoretical framework or critical vocabulary. In Rules of Play Katie Salen and Eric Zimmerman present a much-needed primer for this emerging field. They offer a unified model for looking at all kinds of games, from board games and sports to computer and video games. As active participants in game culture, the authors have written Rules of Play as a catalyst for innovation, filled with new concepts, strategies, and methodologies for creating and understanding games. Building an aesthetics of interactive systems, Salen and Zimmerman define core concepts like "play," "design," and "interactivity." They look at games through a series of eighteen "game design schemas," or conceptual frameworks, including games as systems of emergence and information, as contexts for social play, as a storytelling medium, and as sites of cultural resistance. Written for game scholars, game developers, and interactive designers, Rules of Play is a textbook, reference book, and theoretical guide. It is the first comprehensive attempt to establish a solid theoretical framework for the emerging discipline of game design.
Critical Play: radical game design by
Here, the author provides a lively historical context for critical play through 20th-century art movements, connecting subversive game design to subversive art.
